Ableton Announces Live 7 LE

Ableton has announced Live 7 LE, a more affordable version of the music production and performance software. Live 7 LE lets you record tracks in up to 32-bit, 192 kHz quality, as well as edit, arrange, remix, and DJ within the program.

If you buy Live LE boxed, it comes with the Essential Instrument Collection 2 LE Edition by Sonivox and ChocolateAudio, and loop and construction kits by Puremagnetik. Both boxed and download versions come with presets for Live LE''s instruments and effects, Ableton's signature built-in tutorials, and a printed reference manual in English (manuals in other languages are available as PDFs).

When it is available, Live LE will be $149 (download) or $199 (boxed). Check Ableton's Web site for details on upgrade pricing and other offers.